??? Does the Fear of the Lord Lead to an Abundant Life ??? Job42:12,13Job 42:12-13So Jehovah blessed the latter end of Job more than his beginning: And he had fourteen thousand sheep, and six thousand camels, and a thousand yoke of oxen, and a thousand she-asses. He had also seven sons and three daughters. (ASV) As you read the last chapter of Job, you arte captivated by three main thoughts; first, you see transformation in Job’s character, from one who tries to justify himself to one who sees the glory of God, repents in dust and ashes[Job42:6]. He comes forth with genuine faith that is like gold “tested by fire”[1Pt.1:7]. Second, there is vindication for Job before his friends, as God calls him “My servant”[Job42:7,8] and calls Job to pray for them. Finally there is restoration for Job of all of his former prosperity and far more. The Lord gave Job twice as much as he had beforehand[v.10] Job is vindicated and rewarded. Because this is a real account of God’s dealing with man, its meaning is profound. Remember, the story of Job is divinely intended object lesson through which we are meant to apprehend certain great truths pertaining to the trials of the godly. Whatever we go through is for our good and God’s glory. Our spiritual growth does not come when everything is going well, but times of testing when we must turn our eyes on God and trust him for the results. Sometimes what we go through is for our own growth; sometimes we shed tears to water someone else’s garden. Always know there is a reason, and the Lord will bring us through, and we will be better and stronger because of it. Remember after Job’s trial God gave him twice as much material as he had beforehand. He gave him the same amount of children, and there were already seven sons and three daughters waiting for him in heaven. God is good and He knows what you need—keep the faith. Dear Lord, You have given me more than I deserve to have. You have blessed me with Your love, grace, presence, and salvation. Help me realize how very rich I am in Christ, and help be thankful for all I have. Lord help me focus on the truths that one day I will be with You and that today I am called to be Your servant who brings glory to Your name. It is in Your name Jesus that I pray, AMEN
Posted on: Mon, 15 Jul 2013 11:41:24 +0000